Cylinder Head - LH: Installation

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NOTE: If the cylinder head is replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will need to be installed.

Install a new gasket, the LH cylinder head and 8 new bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration in 5 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
- Stage 3: Tighten 90 degrees.
- Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees
- Stage 5: Tighten 45 degrees.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying LH Cylinder Head And Bolts Tightening Sequence
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the new M6 bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Locating M6 Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The valve tappets must be installed in their original positions.

NOTE: Coat the valve tappets with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Fig 3: Locating Valve Tappets Form Cylinder Head

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the valve tappets.

NOTE: Lubricate the 2 CMP sensor O-ring seals with clean engine oil.

Install the 2 LH CMP sensors and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 4: Locating LH CMP Sensors And Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the ground stud bolt. Position back the CKP wire retainer. Connect the 2 LH CMP sensor electrical connectors.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 5: Locating LH Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Electrical Connectors
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the LH upper primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Install the fuel rail. For additional information, REFER to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 3.5L GTDI .
Install the LH camshafts. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT - LH .
Install the LH turbocharger. For additional information, REFER to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - TURBOCHARGER .